Explanation

• Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA) conquered the Fort of Qamus.
• This happened during the Battle of Khaybar.
• The fort belonged to the Jewish tribe of Khaybar (Banu Nadir).
• Year: 7 AH / 628 AD
• Muslim martyrs: 15
• Opponents killed: ~93

Last verified on 27-04-2026

Explanation

• Fasting in the month of Ramadan was made obligatory on 10th Sha'ban, 2 A.H.
• Ramadan fasting is the 4th fundamental pillar of Islam.
• The purpose of fasting is to develop piety, self-control, and sacrifice of body and soul.

Last verified on 06-07-2026

Explanation

• Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) sacrificed 63 camels with his own hands during Hajj.
• The total number of camels sacrificed was 100.
• The remaining 37 camels were sacrificed by Hazrat Ali (RA) on the Prophet's (ﷺ) behalf.
• This took place during Hajjat-ul-Wada (Farewell Pilgrimage) in 10 AH (632 AD).
• The sacrifice is the basis of the practice of Qurbani during Eid-ul-Adha.

Last verified on 22-07-2026

Explanation

• Around 360–70 Huffaz (Quran memorizers) were martyred (varies in reports)
• Year: 11 AH / 632 CE (December) during caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr
• Opponent: Musaylimah the Liar
• Muslims Martyred: around 1,200 (including many Huffaz)
• Place: Yamama (Arabia)

Last verified on 25-04-2026

Explanation

• Hazrat Abu Ubaidah bin al-Jarrah (RA) was one of the Ashra Mubashra.
• He was given the title Ameen-ul-Ummat (Trustee of the Ummah).
• He was known for honesty, trustworthiness, and leadership.
• He played an important role in Islamic conquests in Syria.
• He was among the closest companions of the Prophet (PBUH).

Last verified on 28-04-2026

Explanation

• Masjid-e-Quba was the first mosque built in the history of Islam.
• Established in 622 CE on the outskirts of Medina (Yathrib).
• Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) spent 14 days praying Qasr here.
• The first Friday prayer was led by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in this mosque.

Additional and Most Important information:

• Masjid-ul-Haram (Kaaba): First mosque on the surface of the earth.
• Masjid-e-Quba: First mosque built by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in Islamic history.
• Masjid-e-Aqsa: Built much earlier, associated with Hazrat Sulaiman (A.S.).
• Masjid-e-Nabavi: Built after Prophet’s arrival in Medina, not the first.

Last verified on 14-03-2026

Explanation

• Suggested by: Hazrat Salman Al-Farsi (R.A)
• Battle Name: Battle of Khandaq (Battle of the Trench)
• Start Date: March 627 AD (5 AH)
• Duration: 27 days
• Place: Madinah (Yathrib)

Last verified on 19-07-2026

Explanation

• Rukus in the Holy Quran: 558 / 540
• Verses (Ayat): 6,236 / 6,666
• Total Surahs: 114
• Makki Surahs: 86 (revealed in 13 years, mostly short Ayat)
• Madani Surahs: 28 (revealed in 10 years, mostly long Ayat)
• Total Juz': 30
• Sajda Tilawat: 14

Last verified on 19-07-2026

Explanation

• Also called Ghazwa-e-Ahzab or Battle of the Trench.
• It was fought in 5 A.H (627 CE).

Additional information:

• Muslims: ~3,000; Kufar: ~10,000; Munafiqeen: ~10,000 involved.
• Lasted 30 days; fought by Arabian & Jewish tribes of Yathrib.
• Hazrat Salman Al-Farsi suggested digging the trench to defend the city.

Last verified 13-03-2026

Explanation

• The first Surah of the Holy Quran is Surah Al-Fatiha.
• Total verses: 7
• Total words: 29
• Total letters: 139
• Position: 1st Surah of the Holy Quran
• Revelation: Makki Surah

Additional information:

• Surah Al-Fatiha is called “Umm-ul-Kitab” (Mother of the Book).
• It is also known as “Ash-Shifa” (The Cure) because it is considered a source of spiritual healing.
• It is also called “The Opening”.

Last verified on 09-05-2026